What to expect at summer camp

So I finally gathered enough money to go to Momentum this summer. I've never been to a summer ski camp before so I have no clue what to expect. What should I wear? Whats the weather usually like? What have your past experiences been like? If you guys have any tips to tell me or just funny stories to tell, I wanna hear em!

Make sure to come in with an open mind and just try to have fun. That shouldn't be hard at all considering your going to momentum! As far as weather prepare for foggy and rainy days on hill as well as sunny short sleeve days. Im sure more info on this can be found on the website. Weather can always vary so you gotta be prepared. Things to expect are as follows; Sick park, sun burn, Sore muscles, good times, good food, and lots of showers. Your going to have an awesome time for sure. My only piece of recommendation is keep your dirty clothes separate from your clean ones. Unless your washing clothes everything seems to develop a serious funk by the end of the week. Have fun!

Definetly bring sunscreen, you can actually burn pretty easily, atleast you can on hood and I would assume at whistler as well. Be prepared for various conditions, I would bring 1 sweatshirt, a bunch of short sleeves and a few long sleeves. Bring snacks and a little food not much tho. Haven't been to momentum myself but went to hood and don't need a whole lot. You should be able to find a list of what to bring in their website as well.

Yeah it's a good time I went to hood (MHSSC) last summer and I had a blast just remember you take out what you put in so just go with a positive attitude and rememeber the coaches are there to help you so if Progression is in your mind ask them for help and try new stuff but if you are just going for a good time then that's hsut as good, you will have fun no matter what

If you've been to other camps such as windells or Woodward, this place is the Ritz. Instead of cabins they have hotel rooms. It's pretty sweet, the food is really good, much better than any other camp. You should expect to progress, other people will probably peer pressure you to try new tricks, especially if there are pros ect... Also expect a mix of weather, some sun, some rain, and if you don't bring a raincoat you're gonna get fucked. Momentum is a greatly great camp and much more organized than windells or Woodward, the activities are better: you have to do paintball, it's awesome. Stay away from water ramping(What's the point if there are airbags? they are too similar). Expect to have to get your coach up to date on your skill each and everyday, you have a different coach everyday which is kinda weird and is not as much of a successful style compared to working with 1 coach for a whole week , in my opinion. Momentum is really fun, the park is baller, and all the guys there are the chilliest. It should be fun! I'm jealous :)

tdolloSo I finally gathered enough money to go to Momentum this summer. I've never been to a summer ski camp before so I have no clue what to expect. What should I wear? Whats the weather usually like? What have your past experiences been like? If you guys have any tips to tell me or just funny stories to tell, I wanna hear em!

Hey dude!

We're stoked to hear you're coming to Momentum, it's going to be yet another awesome summer! We're expecting to once again have great weather, with lots of fun in the sun. That said, don't forget to bring lots of high SPF sunscreen, as the UV is much higher up on the glacier which makes it really easy to burn. You definitely don't want to ruin your week by getting burnt!

While there will be lots of sun, the weather can change quickly up on the glacier, so don't forget to bring up layering for all types of weather each day - a light jacket, hoodie, and an extra t-shirt/longsleeve layer or two in case you get wet. We recommend long sleeves over t-shirts, simply because if you fall in a t-shirt it's way easier to scrape up your arms and get snow burn.

In terms of getting the most out of your time at Momentum, camp really is what you make it. Come with an open mind and be ready to have the most fun you've ever had. You'll make so many new friends and learn a ton, just don't be afraid to try new things!

Can't wait for you to come visit. If you have any more questions feel free to message us!

Apr 21 2015 5:09PM

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